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Masha Zemskova an Inspiration

I can’t describe how happy A Liahona (Portuguese) makes me. One of the parts I like to read most is the children’s section, The Friend. I am amazed by the testimonies and experiences of such small but special children.

I am writing to thank you for the Making Friends article about Masha Zemskova, a young girl in Russia, in the October 1999 issue. In the mission field, I have tried to teach, strengthen, and render assistance wherever I can. At times, however, I don’t feel that I’m helping or I feel that the help I offer has no effect, and my heart aches. I was in the middle of such feelings when I read about Masha. Each line gave me strength to continue my work.

Elder Lourenço Ferreira Da Silva, Brazil Brasília Mission

Inspirational Illustrations

How thankful I am for the wonderful pictures in the Liahona (German). Sometimes I am troubled so much that I don’t have the strength or concentration to read. But the beautiful illustrations in the Liahona are always a source of strength and inspiration.

A Liahona Written to Me

My parents have always encouraged me to read A Liahona (Portuguese), but I never did until I moved away to go to college. Being on my own made me think about my priorities. I decided then that I would start reading A Liahona each month from cover to cover. When I received the first issue, there were moments when I felt that what I was reading had been written specifically to me. The words were encouraging and inspiring. I felt the Holy Ghost testify of their truthfulness. From that day on I have waited with great anticipation for the arrival of every issue.

Prophet’s Voice Strengthens Testimony

My life has been greatly blessed by the wonderful teachings and counsel I have read in the Liahona (Tongan). I read it myself, and then I share what I have learned with my family. I know that my testimony would be weak if I did not listen to the voice of the prophet.